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Indonesia’s Prabowo plans to retire all fossil fuel plants in 15 years, but experts are skeptical

President Subianto: “Indonesia is rich in geothermal resources, and we plan to phase out coal-fired and all fossil-fueled power plants within the next...

Two scientists say a Newfoundland company's possible detour to data is a signal that Canadian hopes of supplying Germany with green hydrogen may not be anchored in reality. A hydrogen storage tank sits at Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park as Dubai, United Arab Emirates hosts the COP28 U.N. Climate Summit, Dec. 11, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Joshua A. Bickel
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As N.L. firm pivots, scientists say Canada’s green hydrogen dreams are far-fetched

Doubts grow over Atlantic Canada’s green hydrogen plans as experts question costs, efficiency, and Europe’s demand for wind-powered ammonia.

FILE PHOTO: A person walks in front of the Con Edison Power Plant in Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S., April 22, 2021. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo
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New York grid operator warns of undersupply in 2033

New York City risks power shortfalls by 2033 as rising demand clashes with reduced fossil-fired generation, NYISO warns.

An Ideal Heating heat pump is seen in front of a cottage in Newbiggin-on-Lune, Britain, February 18, 2024. REUTERS/Suzanne Plunkett/ File Photo
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Britain announces plan to boost heat pump uptake

Most of Britain’s homes are heated by gas — but the government wants to change that.

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Judge puts stop to governor’s effort to remove Virginia from greenhouse gas initiative

The ruling said Virginia's Air Pollution Control Board exceeded its authority when it voted last year to exit the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

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In Australia, you will soon be able to power your house with your electric car. Here’s how

New standards bring V2G tech to Australia, letting EVs power homes, earn income, and stabilize the grid — expected by Christmas.

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Alberta Energy Regulator orders Sunshine Oilsands to suspend wells, pipelines

Sunshine Oilsands Ltd. has been ordered to suspend its wells, facilities and pipelines for failing to meet regulatory obligations.

Bernadine Gibson, 82, talks about leaks in her kitching ceiling and how she is looking forward to renovations to the building her family has lived in for 27 years, Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
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US apartment buildings wrap up $1B in HUD funds for lower utility bills and climate upgrades

HUD's $1.4B Green Retrofit Program updates affordable housing, focusing on energy efficiency, cost savings, and climate resilience.

FILE PHOTO: Nippon Steel logo is displayed at the company's headquarters in Tokyo, Japan April 1, 2024.  REUTERS/Issei Kato/File Photo
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Nippon Steel not to import from overseas mills in bid to save U.S. Steel deal

Nippon is looking to close its $14.9 billion deal for U.S. Steel by the end of the year before President-elect Trump enters the...

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Britain’s energy price cap to rise 1% in January, forecasts Cornwall Insight

Britons had hoped energy prices would cool to help them cope with a cost of living squeeze.

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